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Labor Day
In the United States, Labor Day honors the contributions of workers and the labor movement. Observed on the first Monday of September, it's celebrated with parades, picnics, and a day off work.
Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
NH, United StatesIn the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the people killed in the September 11 attacks of the year 2001. On this day Americans across the country are called to volunteer in their local communities in tribute to the individuals lost and injured in the attacks, first […]
Rosh Hashanah
The Jewish New Year, marking the beginning of the High Holy Days. Traditions include sounding the shofar (ram's horn) and festive meals.
Yom Kippur
Known as the Day of Atonement, it's the holiest day in Judaism, dedicated to fasting, prayer, and repentance.
Diwali
Known as the Festival
Indigenous People’s Day
NH, United StatesThe second Monday of October annually marks Columbus Day in many parts the United States but not all states or regions follow this observance. Instead, they celebrate other events on the day. For example, South Dakota's official holiday on this date is Native Americans' Day, while parts of California celebrate Indigenous People's Day.
Halloween
Celebrated in various countries, notably the United States, Halloween involves activities like trick-or-treating, costume parties, and carving pumpkins. Its origins trace back to ancient Celtic festivals.
Día de los Muertos (Mexican)
NH, United StatesEl Día de los Muertos, or The Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere. Dia de los Muertos honors the dead with festivals and lively celebrations, a typically Latin American custom that combines indigenous Aztec ritual with Catholicism (Dia de los Muertos is celebrated on All Saints Day […]
Veterans Day
In the United States, Veterans Day honors military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Observances include ceremonies and parades.
Veterans Day (USA)
NH, United StatesIn the USA, Veterans Day annually falls on November 11. This day is the anniversary of the signing of the armistice, which ended the World War I hostilities between the Allied nations and Germany in 1918. Veterans are thanked for their services to the United States on Veterans Day.
